Education Support Officer - Inclusion (Primary)

Mount Carmel College

Pennington, Adelaide SA

Teaching Aides & Special Needs (Education & Training)

Part time

45,845 to 48,980 per year, actual after pro-rated

Low application volume

About Us

Mount Carmel College comprises a Primary Campus, Secondary Campus, and the Western Technical College, located in the northwestern suburbs of Adelaide.

Steeped in the Josephite tradition, Mount Carmel College offers students a rich and engaging Catholic co-education from Reception to Year 12. Guided by our core values of Belonging, Diversity, Excellence, and Relationship, we are committed to fostering an environment where every student can thrive.

About the Role

Permanent / ESO Grade 3

Monday to Friday to 27.5 hours per week / 8:50am to 3:00pm

41 weeks per year (during school terms)

We are seeking an experienced Education Support Officer Inclusion to join our Primary Campus to Reception to Year 6. The successful candidate will work in partnership with teachers and leadership to provide educational services to students. This role requires a skilled individual who can work closely with students to support them to navigate challenges and reach their full potential at school.

Key Responsibilities

Assist student learning under the supervision of a teacher.

Assisting teachers prepare, implement and supervise classrooms and / or intervention programs.

With the teachers’ support and approval, apply personal knowledge and initiative to suggest modifications to educational programs to meet the learning needs of specific students.

Supervise and care for students with formally identified special needs in accordance with Personalised Plans for Learning (PPL).

Assist with identifying student learning or behaviour challenges.

Actively participate in school activities, events, staff and team meetings, required training and professional development.

Essential Requirements

A Certificate IV in Education Support (or equivalent) and/or relevant demonstrated knowledge and experience in a comparable role is essential. Prior experience working in an education environment is highly desirable.

Hold a current acceptable Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance & screening to work in Catholic Education South Australia.

Hold current certification in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect in Education and Care Settings.

Hold a First Aid Qualification.

Applications

Applications should be no longer than six pages and include:

A cover letter and resume

Contact details of three current referees

A completed Applicant Declaration Form

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Send applications to jobs@mcc.catholic.edu.au.